Which stapler is safest for bowel surgery? new study aims to find out
NCT ID NCT07643857
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether the type of stapler used to reconnect the bowel after colorectal cancer surgery affects the risk of a leak. About 600 adults having planned surgery will be observed, but their treatment won't change. The goal is to see if newer staplers are safer than older ones.
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Study facts
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- Participants
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About 597 people
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- Expected to start
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Sep 2026
An estimate. Start dates often move.
- Expected to finish
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Sep 2027
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- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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Who is studied
The study population consists of patients undergoing elective colorectal resection with primary colorectal anastomosis for colorectal cancer at participating centers. Participants will be recruited from multiple italian and international hospitals involved in this multicenter observational study.
- Ages
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18 years and older
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
This study is not open to healthy volunteers. The entry requirements below say who it is open to.
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Inclusion Criteria: * Adult patients (18 years or older) * Patients undergoing elective surgery, either open or minimally invasive (laparoscopic or robotic), for anterior rectal resection, sigmoid resection, or left hemicolectomy for colorectal cancer with concomitant colorectal anastomosis (Knight-Griffen technique) using one of the circular stapler types under investigation (two-row CS, three-row CS, PCS). Exclusion Criteria: * Patients undergoing emergency surgery * Patients undergoing additional surgical procedures during the same operation (e.g., cholecystectomy, liver resection, etc.) * Patients with documented metastases at preoperative staging (cM+) * Patients under 18 years of age * Lack of informed consent
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